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Serving: Allegan, Calhoun, Cass, Berrien, Branch, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren counties.
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Information on blood drives, blood donation appointments as well as your personal blood donor account can be found on our Red Cross Blood website (click the link below). You may also call us 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
We provide help for members of the military, veterans and their families to prepare for, cope with and respond to the challenges of military service. Call 1-877-272-7337 (24 hours a day) or click below to learn more.
The Red Cross offers classes in: CPR, first aid, lifeguarding, learn to swim, water safety and more. Click below to learn more.
For questions about classes or certification cards you may also call: 1-800-RED-CROSS.
The best way to provide immediate relief to your neighbors facing emergency situations is through a monetary donation. Our disaster assistance programs rely heavily on the generous financial support of citizens in the Missouri region. Even if you only have a few dollars to spare, your donation to American Red Cross disaster relief will make a significant difference in the lives of those facing disasters. Make a one-time donation today either online, by phone, or by mail, or set up a recurring monthly donation to make an even bigger difference.
The humanitarian work that we do at the American Red Cross would not be possible without our volunteers. We have a variety of disaster relief volunteers opportunities as well as blood donor ambassador positions for blood drives. Other Red Cross potential positions include facility management, health and safety, Service to the Armed Forces, and professional specialties like photography, IT and more. Check out our current volunteer opportunities near you.
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Raul became executive director of the Southwest Michigan Chapter, which is based in Kalamazoo, in August 2025. It’s the same chapter where he began his Red Cross career.
Previously, Raul served as regional director of the Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) and International Services in Michigan for the past two years. Prior to that, he was regional preparedness and planning manager from 2019 to 2023. Raul joined the Red Cross in 2015 as disaster program manager of the Southwest Michigan Chapter.
In addition to his Red Cross career, Raul serves our country through military service. He currently serves as a civil affairs officer for the U.S. Army Reserve in the 308th Civil Affairs Brigade, headquartered in Homewood, Illinois. Prior to that position, he served as a civil affairs officer for the Kalamazoo-based 415th Civil Affairs Battalion from March 2010 to May 2021.
Raul earned his bachelor’s degree at Western Michigan University. During his military service he has been awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal with two Oak Clusters, and Combat Action Badge. He is also a certified CPR, First Aid and AED instructor.
